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Celebrating Leadership: Cindy Villarreal Promoted to Principal

We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Cindy Villarreal, AIA, RID, WELL AP, LEED AP, CDT to Principal at O’Connell Robertson. As Director of our Houston office, Cindy has been a driving force behind its growth, culture, and success, exemplifying leadership aligned with O’Connell Robertson’s mission-driven values. Over the past five years, her leadership…

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The Evolution of Architecture and Engineering in Texas: 75 Years of Change and Growth

The Changing Face of Texas Architecture, Engineering and Interior Design Over the past 75 years, Texas has undergone a remarkable transformation, driven by population growth, urbanization, technological advancements, and a dynamic economy. The impact of these changes is visibly evident in the buildings and spaces that shape our communities. Since 1950, O’Connell Robertson has been…

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Understanding Urban vs. Rural Healthcare Needs in Architectural and Engineering Design

Healthcare facilities are critical to the well-being of communities, and their design must respond to the unique needs of the populations they serve. As architects and engineers, we play a pivotal role in this process to create facilities that provide effective patient care, operational efficiency and ongoing contributions to community well-being. Our long-term relationships with…

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Optimizing Indoor Air Quality in School Settings

Optimal learning environments not only enhance education, but they also support the health and well-being of students and staff. As students and staff in some communities are cautiously returning to campuses, O’Connell Robertson is proud to design spaces that are aesthetically pleasing, while also ensuring that the indoor air quality allows students to occupy these…

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Prioritizing Community Health During COVID-19

O’Connell Robertson’s mission-driven approach and commitment to making an impact in our communities start and end with people. Now more than ever, people are being served by community health centers filling an essential need for access to medical care, health, and wellness resources. Neighborhood availability to these services is especially important for to low-income, uninsured,…

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